Local News – Thursday, January 14th, 2021
Filings for the April Municipal Election will end on Tuesday, January 19th. People interested in running for the school boards for Oak Hill R-1, Green Forest R-2, Dent-Phelps R-3, Northwood R-4 and Salem R-80 will need to register at the respective school offices during normal business hours. Those who would like to file for the Dent County Fire District Board will need to do so at the fire station during normal business hours. If you want so file for the District 2 seat on the Salem Memorial District Hospital Board, you will need to do so at the hospital administrative office during normal business hours. Those who would like to file for an east or west aldermanic seat for the City of Salem, will need to file at the City Administrative Offices during normal business hours. If you would like to file to serve on the Dent County Health Board, you will need to file for that position at the Dent County Clerk’s office. Please remember to know what the qualifications and requirements are to serve the office you want to run for and there may be a fee associated with filing. The last day to file for these board positions will be Tuesday, January 19th. If you have any questions about a respective board position, call the entity you interested in to get all the details.
The City of Salem Utility committee will hold a meeting tonight at 7:00 at the Salem Community Center@The Armory to discuss funding options for the Waste Water Treatment Plant Phase 2 improvements. The meeting will be open to the public.
The Salem Police department reports that an accident happened Tuesday afternoon January 5th just after 4:00. According to their report, a 2008 Ford Explorer being driven by Dianne Godi of Salem was traveling eastbound on Roosevelt Street. The Ford entered the intersection of Roosevelt and Doss Road striking a 2018 Kia Rio being driven southbound on Doss Road by Katelynn Mathes also of Salem. After the accident, the Kia spun 90 degrees and came to rest facing west on Roosevelt Street. The Ford sustained minor damage. The Kia had moderate damage and was removed from the scene by American Towing. Mathes suffered minor injuries in the accident.
While it’s important to know how to keep yourself and your family safe from physical harm during severe weather events, preparation for these weather emergencies doesn’t end there. The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance wants consumers to know the importance of making sure they’re adequately covered BEFORE a severe weather event occurs. Although you may already have a homeowners or renters insurance policy, make sure you know exactly what it covers. If you don’t own a policy, arrange to purchase one as soon as possible in order to protect yourself and your family from a devastating loss. Waiting until a storm arrives may be too late to protect your home and belongings. It’s important to review your policy each year to make sure your coverage is adequate. It’s easy to forget about important purchases or additions you’ve made to your home and your current level of coverage may not be enough to replace what you own. And, not all policies and levels of coverage are equal – in fact, they vary greatly. While one policy may cover full replacement of a damaged roof, another policy may depreciate the coverage based on the age of the roof. Flood damage is not covered by standard homeowner’s policies. If you live in an area prone to flooding, you will need to purchase a federal flood insurance policy through your agent to cover flood damage. Consumers should do this as early as possible, as there is typically a 30-day waiting period from the date of purchase before a policy goes into effect. Being prepared will make it easier for you to file a claim following a severe weather event. Complete a detailed inventory of your household furnishings and take photos of each room in your home. Make lists of other valuables and equipment that don’t appear in the photos. Keep these materials in a safe place outside your home, such as a safe deposit box. The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance provides more severe weather resources and tips for consumers on their website.
The Salem Police released a number of reports for late December. On Tuesday, December 22nd just before midnight, an officer conducted a traffic stop for an inoperable headlamp at the intersection of Rolla Road and MacArthur Street. After speaking with the driver, a 46-year-old woman from Salem, it was found she had a suspended drivers license. The driver was arrested and issued a summons to appear in court for driving while having her license suspended. Then on Christmas Eve just after 8:00, an officer was dispatched to Dollar General for the report of a female that had entered the store after being trespassed from the store before. As a result, a 38-year-old Salem woman was summoned to appear in court for trespassing. On the morning of Monday of the 28th at around 8:00, an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle after identifying the driver and knowing the subject had an active arrest warrant. The traffic stop was conducted at the intersection of Fourth and Iron Streets. As a result, a 70-year-old Salem man was arrested and incarcerated on his active warrants. Please contact the Salem Police Department at (573) 729-4242 if you have any information regarding an ongoing investigation.
Once an entrepreneur has an idea for a business, the next step is to discover if it can be turned into a business. Today from 1:30 until 2:45, entrepreneurs will learn the key elements of a business plan and how to use it as a management tool in a FREE virtual program called “Building a Business Plan.” This program offered by the Missouri Small Business Development Centers. To register, go to https://bit.ly/0114businessplan and you will be sent a Zoom link to participate virtually.